Current vacancies
Visiting Music Teacher – Piano
Permanent | Part-time (approx. 9 hours per week) | £55 per hour (self-employed)
From 1 September 2026
Reporting to: Director of Music
We are seeking an outstanding Visiting Music Piano Teacher to join our vibrant and successful Music Department at St Mary’s School, Cambridge from September 2026.
The successful candidate will teach piano to students from Year 7 to 13 at our Senior School site. They will work with pupils of all abilities, from beginners to advanced performers, supporting the development of strong technical and musical skills. The ability to prepare students for ABRSM (or similar) examinations, as well as GCSE and A Level performance components, is essential.
Our dynamic and collaborative Music Department delivers excellent outcomes and offers a rich co-curricular programme. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced piano teacher with outstanding performing ability and a passion for inspiring young musicians. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, strong organisational ability and a commitment to contributing to the wider musical life of the school.
This is a self-employed role with individual lessons invoiced directly to parents. While the timetable initially offers approximately one and a half a days of teaching, there is scope for the role to grow.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a thriving and ambitious Music Department within a warm, welcoming and high-achieving school community.
How to apply
Job Description and Candidate Pack
Closing date for applications: 8.00am Monday 1 June 2026
Interviews: Wednesday 10 June 2026
We will review applications on receipt. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.
Visiting Music Teacher – Cello
Permanent | Part-time (approx. 2.5 hours per week) | £55 per hour (self-employed)
From 1 September 2026
Reporting to: Directors of Music (Junior & Senior School)
We are seeking an outstanding Visiting Music Cello Teacher to join our vibrant and successful Music Department at St Mary’s School, Cambridge from September 2026.
The successful candidate will teach cello to students across Years 1–13 at both our Junior and Senior School sites. They will work with pupils of all abilities, from beginners to advanced performers, supporting the development of strong technical and musical skills. The ability to prepare students for ABRSM (or similar) examinations, as well as GCSE and A Level performance components, is essential.
Our dynamic and collaborative Music Department delivers excellent outcomes and offers a rich co-curricular programme. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced cello teacher with outstanding performing ability and a passion for inspiring young musicians. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, strong organisational ability and a commitment to contributing to the wider musical life of the school.
This is a self-employed role with individual lessons invoiced directly to parents. While the timetable initially offers approximately half a day of teaching, there is scope for the role to grow.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a thriving and ambitious Music Department within a warm, welcoming and high-achieving school community.
How to apply
Candidate Pack and Job Description
Closing date for applications: 8.00am Monday 1 June 2026
Interviews: Thursday 11 June 2026
We will review applications on receipt. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.
For further information, please contact the HR Department: HR@stmaryscambridge.co.uk
Application forms can be found at the right hand side of this page.